Peter Mayo

Peter Mayo is a Maltese academic currently serving as Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Malta, holding the UNESCO Chair in Global Adult Education. His work spans sociology of education, adult education, and critical pedagogy with a focus on global social justice.

• PhD in Sociology (University of Toronto)
• PhD in Estudios Artisticos, Literarios y de la Cultura (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid)
• Master's in Sociology of Education (University of Alberta)
• BA (Hons) in English (University of London)
• BA (Hons) in Education (University of Malta)

Mayo's research explores critical pedagogy, neoliberalism in education, and postcolonial frameworks, informed by theorists like Paulo Freire and Antonio Gramsci. His publications emphasize community engagement, lifelong learning, and educational equity.

Recent works analyze cultural hegemony, intercultural education, and sustainability through critical lenses, reflecting his commitment to democratizing education and addressing global inequalities. He has edited journals like Postcolonial Directions in Education and Convergence, and received awards including the AESA Critics Choice and Cyril Houle Award.

• First Class Honours in BA Education (University of Malta)
• AESA Critics Choice Award (2005)
• CIES Higher Education SIG Award (2011)
• Cyril Houle Award (2013)
• A+ Sobresaliente for PhD thesis (2023)

Mayo has advised on international doctoral programs and collaborated with institutions across Europe, Canada, and Turkey. His editorial work and visiting professorships highlight his transnational contributions to critical education theory.